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Clinical trials sponsored by Georgetown University, explained in plain language.
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Triple therapy aims to tackle tough cancers
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of three drugs—daratumumab, a KRAS vaccine, and nivolumab—in people with advanced pancreatic cancer or non-small cell lung cancer that has not responded to prior treatment. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow canc…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug MGC018 tested in tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests the experimental drug MGC018 in 9 people with relapsed or refractory extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer. The main goal is to see if the drug can shrink tumors in at least 25% of patients. Participants receive MGC018 by IV every 28 days until the cance…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could a stomach drug help fight pancreatic cancer?
Disease control OngoingThis trial investigates whether adding proglumide, a drug that blocks cholecystokinin receptors, to standard chemotherapy can improve treatment for metastatic pancreatic cancer. About 30 adults with advanced pancreatic cancer will receive either proglumide or a placebo alongside …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise in advanced breast cancer trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests a two-step treatment for advanced breast cancer that cannot be cured with surgery or radiation. First, patients receive a drug called talazoparib alone, then both talazoparib and avelumab together. The main goal is to check safety and side effects, wh…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for Hard-to-Treat CLL
Disease control OngoingThis phase II study tests a combination of two drugs, venetoclax and rituximab, in 25 people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) that has relapsed or not responded to treatment. The goal is to see how well the combination works and how safe it is. Participants receive venetoc…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Triple-Drug cocktail takes on advanced melanoma
Disease control OngoingThis phase II study tests a combination of three drugs—nivolumab, ipilimumab, and cabozantinib—in 14 people with advanced melanoma that cannot be surgically removed. Participants receive the drugs for up to two years. The main goal is to see how long the cancer stays under contro…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New hope for tough pancreatic cancer: drug duo tested
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a combination of two drugs, BXCL701 and pembrolizumab, in 22 people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if this treatment can stop the cancer from growing for at least 18 weeks. Participants must have already tried one prior treatm…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New hope for bile duct cancer: targeted chemo combo shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 study is testing a combination of three drugs—nanoliposomal irinotecan, fluorouracil, and leucovorin—in 48 adults with advanced biliary tract cancer that has progressed after initial chemotherapy. The main goal is to see if the treatment can stop the cancer from grow…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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New drug cocktail shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests a combination of three drugs—tiragolumab, atezolizumab, and bevacizumab—in people with advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has already been treated. The goal is to see if the combination can shrink tumors or slow disease progression. Abo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Promising nerve pain drug trial for MGUS patients withdrawn before start
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to test if daratumumab could improve nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy) in people with a blood condition called MGUS. Participants would have received weekly injections for two months, then biweekly for four more months. However, the trial was withdrawn before …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Gaming therapy aims to reduce repetitive hand movements in rett syndrome
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether personalized computer games can help people with Rett syndrome use their arms more purposefully and reduce repetitive hand movements. Fourteen participants will play games that reward them for separating their hands and reaching for targets. The training …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Walking away from metabolic risks: HIV study tests simple step solution
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a home-based walking program can improve blood sugar, cholesterol, and body measurements in people living with HIV who also have metabolic syndrome. Fifty participants will gradually increase their walking over six months. The main goal is to see if the p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Can a website replace genetic counseling for BRCA families?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether a web-based educational program can help relatives of people with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations understand their genetic testing options. About 240 adults who are close relatives of someone with a BRCA mutation will take part. Participants will either use t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC